Kush Co. OG: The California Gas Standard
Kush Co. OG: The California Gas Standard
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid (75% Indica / 25% Sativa)
Breeder: The Kush Company (Proprietary Cut) / Clone-Only
Lineage: OG Kush Phenotype (Chemdawg x Lemon Thai x Hindu Kush)
Market Status: The "Gold Standard"; Kush Co. OG is widely revered in Southern California as one of the definitive cuts of the OG Kush family. In a market flooded with watered-down genetics, this cut stands out as the benchmark for what "Real OG" should be. It is famous for its distinct, nose-burning "Lemon Pledge" aroma and its vine-like growth structure. It serves as the breeding mother for modern hits like Next Level (Exotic Genetix), proving that its DNA is essential for adding potency to new hybrids.
THC Content: High (22% – 27%)
Dominant Terpenes: Limonene, Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene
Key Effects: Intense Cerebral Pressure ("Headband"), Heavy Body Stone, Appetite Stimulation, Narcotic Crash
Kush Co. OG is a strain for the purist.
It rejects the modern trend of purple colors and fruity flavors. This strain is bright green, sticky, and smells aggressively of industrial cleaning products and gasoline. It represents the era of California cannabis where potency was king and "Gas" was the only flavor profile that mattered.
History and Lineage: The Elite Pheno
The history of Kush Co. OG is tied to the history of OG Kush itself.
The Origin: While the exact origins of OG Kush are shrouded in myth (Florida vs. California, Chemdawg vs. Hindu Kush), Kush Co. OG is a specific phenotype selected by The Kush Company in Los Angeles.
The Selection: Out of hundreds of potential OG plants, this specific cut was chosen for its sharp, acidic lemon profile and its devastating potency.
The Legend: It became a staple in the LA medical scene. Growers prized it because, despite being difficult to grow, it produced flowers that commanded the highest prices on the top shelf. It is the definition of "High Grade" in the traditional sense.
Terpene Profile: Lemon Pledge and Pine Sol
The aroma of Kush Co. OG is not subtle. It is designed to punch you in the face.
Dominant Terpenes
Limonene (The Cleaner): The dominant terpene. Unlike the sweet lemon of Lemon Meringue, this is a chemical, astringent lemon scent, reminiscent of floor cleaner or Lemon Pledge.
Pinene (The Forest): A strong secondary note of fresh pine needles and turpentine. It gives the strain a "crisp" top note.
Caryophyllene (The Fuel): Provides the heavy diesel and burnt rubber undertone that lingers in the room long after the jar is closed.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is incredibly loud. It smells of sour lemon peel, pine forests, and a mechanic's rag.
The Smoke: Thick, expansive, and sharp. It tastes of spicy earth, sour citrus, and chemical gas. It is known as a "lung expander"—you will likely cough.
Strain Effects: The Classic Knockout
Kush Co. OG delivers the quintessential "OG High" that made the lineage famous worldwide.
The Experience
The Headband: The high hits instantly with a feeling of physical pressure around the temples and behind the eyes (the "Headband" effect). It is a rush of euphoric, stony energy.
The Stare: You quickly enter a zone of heavy mental sedation. You might find yourself staring at a wall or zoning out of conversations.
The Weight: The Indica genetics take over, making your body feel like lead. It is excellent for muscle relaxation and releasing tension.
The Hunger: This is one of the best strains on earth for appetite stimulation. The "munchies" are unavoidable.
Best For: High tolerance veterans, watching movies, severe chronic pain, nausea/appetite loss, and insomnia.
Growing Kush Co. OG: The Vine
This strain is notorious for being difficult to cultivate. It is not recommended for first-time growers.
Growth Structure
The Structure: It grows like a vine. It is lanky, stretchy, and has weak stems. It does not support its own weight well.
The Support: Trellising is mandatory. You must use a SCROG (Screen of Green) net to spread the canopy and support the buds, or the branches will snap.
The Yield: Low to Moderate. It is not a heavy yielder compared to modern hybrids (which is why breeders cross it with strains like Scotty 2 Hotty to improve production). It produces smaller, golf-ball-sized "popcorn" buds.
The Feeding: It is a Calcium/Magnesium hog. It is finicky with nutrients and prone to deficiencies if the pH swings.
The Time: It finishes flowering in 9 to 10 weeks.
Grower’s Tip: To maximize the "Gas," you must not rush the dry and cure. This strain needs a slow, cool dry (60°F/60% RH) for at least 14 days. If you dry it too fast, that distinct Lemon Pledge smell will turn into a generic hay smell, ruining the crop.
Final Verdict: The California Gas Standard
Kush Co. OG is cannabis royalty. It is a demanding plant that yields sparingly, but the quality of the flower is undeniable. It offers the purest expression of the "Lemon-Pine-Gas" profile available. If you are looking to experience the strain that defined Los Angeles cannabis culture and judge all other "Gas" strains against the master, this is the benchmark.
You should choose Kush Co. OG if:
You are a Gas/OG Purist.
You have a Very High Tolerance.
You need Heavy Pain Relief.
You don't care about "Purple" or "Fruit."
Score: 9.6/10 (The Authentic Legend)